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RNS Number : 9967L  ASA International Group PLC  17 December 2025

ASA International Group plc - Appointment of Non-Executive Director

ASA International Group plc (LSE: ASAI), one of the world's largest
international microfinance institutions, today announces the appointment of Mr
Mark Schwartz as a Non-Executive Director.

Catalyst Microfinance Investors (CMI) and Catalyst Continuity, entities
controlled by Dirk Brouwer, have exercised their right under the existing
Relationship Agreement between CMI, Catalyst Continuity and ASA International
to appoint Mark Schwartz as a Non-Executive Director.

The Directors are delighted to welcome Mark to the Board of ASA International
and upon appointment, Mark became a member of the Nomination Committee of the
Board.

Mark Schwartz is an accomplished business leader and board member with
extensive experience across finance, healthcare, and consumer products. He
currently co-manages KSHFO LLC, a multi-family office focused on diversified
investments. Previously, Mark served as President and CEO of Specialty
Merchandise Corporation for two decades. Earlier in his career, he worked in
Goldman Sachs' Equity Division, advising high-net-worth clients and
institutions. Mark has also held prominent board roles, including Board Chair
at Direct Relief, where he helped the organization become one of the largest
U.S. nonprofits and remains the Chair of the Nominations and Governance
Committee. He also served on the boards of BioIQ and Ovation Medical, and has
advised innovative companies such as ParentSquare in his capacity as a Board
Observer. Accordingly, Mark brings to ASA International and the Board
extensive commercial, philanthropic and management experience.

This announcement is made pursuant to Listing Rule 6.4.6R. In accordance with
LR 6.4.8R, the Company confirms that there is no information to be disclosed
in terms of LR 6.4.8R (1) to LR 6.4.8R (6) inclusive in respect to Mark
Schwartz.

Contact Details

ASA International Group plc

Investor Relations

Jonathan Berger
ir@asa-international.com (mailto:ir@asa-international.com)

About ASA International Group plc

ASA International Group plc (LSE: ASAI) is one of the world's largest
international microfinance institutions, with a strong commitment to financial
inclusion and socioeconomic progress. The company provides small, socially
responsible loans to low-income, financially underserved entrepreneurs,
predominantly women, across South Asia, South East Asia, West and East Africa.

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